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Water wall, water feature fountain by Matthew Giampietro
Water wall, water feature fountain by Matthew Giampietro
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Water wall, water feature, fountain by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.
Timber Frame Screen Porch
Timber Frame Screen Porch
UserUser
Hal Kearney, Photographer
Neo-Prairie Style Parade Home
Neo-Prairie Style Parade Home
Hobbs' Ink, LLCHobbs' Ink, LLC
This Neo-prairie style home with its wide overhangs and well shaded bands of glass combines the openness of an island getaway with a “C – shaped” floor plan that gives the owners much needed privacy on a 78’ wide hillside lot. Photos by James Bruce and Merrick Ales.
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Lake at White Oak Outdoor Kitchen
Lake at White Oak Outdoor Kitchen
Angelo's Landscape GroupAngelo's Landscape Group
Cat Mountain Residence
Cat Mountain Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Conceived as a remodel and addition, the final design iteration for this home is uniquely multifaceted. Structural considerations required a more extensive tear down, however the clients wanted the entire remodel design kept intact, essentially recreating much of the existing home. The overall floor plan design centers on maximizing the views, while extensive glazing is carefully placed to frame and enhance them. The residence opens up to the outdoor living and views from multiple spaces and visually connects interior spaces in the inner court. The client, who also specializes in residential interiors, had a vision of ‘transitional’ style for the home, marrying clean and contemporary elements with touches of antique charm. Energy efficient materials along with reclaimed architectural wood details were seamlessly integrated, adding sustainable design elements to this transitional design. The architect and client collaboration strived to achieve modern, clean spaces playfully interjecting rustic elements throughout the home. Greenbelt Homes Glynis Wood Interiors Photography by Bryant Hill
Amherst Courtyard
Amherst Courtyard
UserUser
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Padova Residence
Padova Residence
HartmanBaldwin Design/BuildHartmanBaldwin Design/Build
Large windows and open spaces enhance the home's spaces while creating fluidity between the interior and exterior.
Liz Stewart
Liz Stewart
Liz StewartLiz Stewart
I transformed a old dilapidated backyard hillside into an entertaining area by building a concrete bench onto the existing flat area. Added custom colorful cushions and pine fencing to hide the neighbors yard.
Potomac courtyard
Potomac courtyard
Kirkpatrick DesignKirkpatrick Design
Coastal Modern Resort
Coastal Modern Resort
Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.
Back Yard Fire Pit Designs
Back Yard Fire Pit Designs
Outdoor Makeover & Living SpacesOutdoor Makeover & Living Spaces
Let’s transform your backyard into a cozy retreat with stunning Back Yard Fire Pit Designs. https://outdoormakeover.net/service/fire-pit/
Private Residence 3
Private Residence 3
Mosaic Land Designs PLLCMosaic Land Designs PLLC
Frontgate
Frontgate
FRONTGATEFRONTGATE
Mirador Modern
Mirador Modern
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Transitional Residence in Toluka Lake
Transitional Residence in Toluka Lake
JAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTSJAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS
Old Naples
Old Naples
A Lantz Design and Lantz CollectiveA Lantz Design and Lantz Collective
Treetop views and sunshine - does this cheerful outdoor space get any better?
Cambridge Pavingstones
Cambridge Pavingstones
Cambridge Pavingstones with ArmorTecCambridge Pavingstones with ArmorTec
Solana Pacifica, Del Mar, CA
Solana Pacifica, Del Mar, CA
Kristin Lam InteriorsKristin Lam Interiors

Patio Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
Terrasse et cuisine extérieure
Terrasse et cuisine extérieure
Archi DesignArchi Design
Terrasse extérieure aux inspirations méditerranéennes, dotée d'une cuisine extérieure, sous une pergola bois permettant d'ombrager le coin repas.
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